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Famous for 'Dennis' and other habituated resident dugongs, Lamen Bay on Epi Island and Aese Island off Espiritu Santo offer genuine in-water encounters with locally protected dugongs. Some traditional villages have placed 'tabu' (taboo) zones to protect them. A true off-the-beaten-path experience.

Dugong in Espiritu Santo / Lamen Bay (Vanuatu)

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About This Spot

Famous for 'Dennis' and other habituated resident dugongs, Lamen Bay on Epi Island and Aese Island off Espiritu Santo offer genuine in-water encounters with locally protected dugongs. Some traditional villages have placed 'tabu' (taboo) zones to protect them. A true off-the-beaten-path experience.

Best Months to Visit

See Dugong in Espiritu Santo / Lamen Bay (Vanuatu). Best months: May, June, July (up to 65% sighting chance). Snorkeling. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • May: 65%
  • June: 65%
  • July: 65%
  • August: 65%
  • September: 65%
  • October: 65%
  • April: 60%
  • November: 60%
  • January: 55%
  • March: 55%
  • December: 55%
  • February: 50%

Practical Information

  • Location: Espiritu Santo / Lamen Bay (Vanuatu)
  • Coordinates: -15.3700, 167.1900
  • Effort: expedition
  • Accessibility: Hard
  • Observation mode: Snorkeling

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